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Flights to Limerick

Flights to Limerick land at Shannon International Airport, the closest airport to Ireland’s third biggest city. Flights arrive here from a number of UK and US cities as well as from some additional European airports in Spain, Portugal and Poland. From the UK, flights take approximately one and a half hours to Limerick (Shannon) and from the East Coast of the USA they take around six to seven hours. Conveniently, passengers can reach Limerick in under an hour from the airport using public transport.

Which is the main airport in Limerick?

Visitors to Limerick traveling by air will arrive at Shannon International Airport, the only airport within close proximity to the city. This airport is located 15 miles northwest of Limerick, near to the town of Shannon in County Clare. A bus service from Bus Éireann connects the city of Limerick with Shannon Airport with a journey time of around 50 minutes.

Which airlines offer flights to Limerick?

Flights to the city of Limerick land at Shannon Airport. This includes flights from the UK and also from other European cities such as Faro (Portugal), Palma de Mallorca, Ibiza and Krakow (Poland). European flights are operated by Aer Lingus, Ryanair and British Airways. Flights to Limerick from US destinations such as New York, Boston and Philadelphia are also operated by Aer Lingus as well as by American Airways, Delta and United.

Why travel by plane to Limerick?

Limerick is located in the west of Ireland, which means getting a plane to Limerick from the UK is a much quicker option than taking a ferry followed by a train. With daily arrivals from Edinburgh, London and Manchester as well as numerous US cities, flying direct to Shannon Airport is the fastest and most convenient travel option for many visitors.

Before you travel to Limerick by plane - good to know!

In addition to the famous historical attractions in the city, visitors should take the time to visit the 'real' Limerick. This includes shopping at the weekly milk and potato markets as well as catching a rugby game at Thomond Park. Many of the major attractions are navigable on foot, although an excellent bus system and a low cost city-wide rental bike scheme means there’s plenty of ways to get around Limerick. A truly unique way to see the city is to take a horse-drawn carriage tour.

Airlines: Aer Lingus, Ryanair and Vueling flights to Shannon

Find the best journey to Shannon with Aer Lingus, Ryanair and Vueling. Comparing schedules and prices and booking the most popular trip has never been easier with over 1000 travel companies on Omio.

Vueling is one of Spain’s leading low-cost airlines where you can choose between Basic, Optima or Time Flex tickets for your next flight to Shannon.

Ryanair is one of the most popular budget airlines in Europe offering cheap flights all over the continent. Founded in Ireland, Ryanair makes it easy to hop on a plane and fly to popular European destinations quickly and affordably. This low-cost airline is known for operating direct flights to smaller or secondary airports usually outside major cities to keep costs down. All Ryanair fare types include allowance of one small personal bag; additional fees tend to apply for bringing carry-on luggage and checked luggage.

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